OBITUARIES

Carole Hawes Bond

Carole Hawes Bond

Dec 2, 2024

Carole Hawes Bond, of Baton Rouge, born to Truman Post Hawes Jr. and Gladys Bennett Hawes July 3, 1938, peacefully transitioned to the next life on December 2, 2024, from Alzheimer's dementia at the age of 86.

Carole attended University Lab School, U High and LSU, where she pledged KD. As a teen in the fifties, Carole was introduced to theatre...

Christopher Stewart Holloway

Christopher Stewart Holloway

Dec 2, 2024

Christopher Stewart Holloway passed away Monday, December 2, 2024, unexpectedly. 

He was preceded in death by his father, Stewart Malone Holloway, grandfathers, Albert Steigler, Walter Hamilton Crawford and grandmother, Lillian Williams Crawford.

 He is survived by his mother, Catherine Crawford Ginn and husband, Robert Michael Ginn, daughter, Raegan Holloway Narcomey and her husband, Carson Narcomey; grandmother, Sally Malone Steigler, two sisters, Lesley...

D'Juana Gail "Gum Gum" Lanning

D'Juana Gail "Gum Gum" Lanning

Dec 2, 2024

D'Juana Gail "Gum Gum" Lanning went to be with her Lord and Savior December 2nd, 2024. Born in Baton Rouge, LA on March 5th, 1947.

 D’Juana was a loving mother to her only son, Christopher Michael, and her daughter-in-law, Nita Danielle; grandmother to her four grandchildren, Jaden, Van, Declan, and Rowan, and loving aunt to several nieces and nephews. She spent...

Gail Songy Chauvin

Gail Songy Chauvin

Dec 2, 2024

Gail Songy Chauvin was born August 20, 1936 in New Orleans, Louisiana. On the evening of December 2, 2024, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family, she peacefully fell asleep in death. She is survived by her seven children, Deborah (Vincent) Polomsky, Dawn (Al) Barrau, Darlene (Scott) Donaldson, Clairise (Jerry) Gruber, Sonny (Mardesia) Chauvin, Chuck Chauvin, and Christian...

Debra Whitehead

Debra Whitehead

Dec 1, 2024

Debbie was born on October 23, 1953, in Terre Haute, Indiana and rested from this life on Sunday December 1, 2024, at her residence at the age of 71 years.

Debbie was a resident of Denham Springs, served as manager with Dollar General Stores, and enjoyed cooking, especially baking.

She was born to the union of the late Richard and Dricella Wittenberg.

She...

John Terry Mayo

John Terry Mayo

Dec 1, 2024

Born November 29, 1946, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away at his home, surrounded by his family on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the age of 78. 

John moved to his beloved Varadero, Cuba in 1948 where his father was the chief engineer of Dos Rosas Sugar Mill. He returned to the USA in 1960, where he resided in Venice, Florida until...

Michael Gene Huey

Michael Gene Huey

Nov 30, 2024

Memorial services for Michael Gene Huey will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, December 7, 2024 at Piney Woods Christian Church in Downsville.

 Mr. Huey was a truck driver for 35 years. In his free time he enjoyed hunting and fishing but most of all he loved spending time with his grandchildren. 

 He is proceeded in death by his parents, Matt and Myrtle Huey;...

Joseph Kirby LeJeune Jr.

Joseph Kirby LeJeune Jr.

Nov 30, 2024

Born January 17, 1948, in Denham Springs, LA, Joseph passed away in Hammond, LA on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at the age of 76. Joseph worked and retired from St. Amant Gas Company. He also served with the Sorrento Police Department and had a brief career in pipefitting. Joseph loved spending time with his family and friends, tending to his...

Brad Paul Collins

Brad Paul Collins

Nov 29, 2024

Brad Paul Collins, born on April 23, 1966 (58), a native of Napoleonville, went home to Jesus on November 29, 2024, surrounded by his loving family in the home they built together. Brad ensured this home would be a place of love and special memories. During its construction, Brad, Michelle, Jobi, and Cherish buried a Bible and a family time...

Rosemary Benitez Duhon

Rosemary Benitez Duhon

Nov 29, 2024

Rosemary Benitez Duhon, born on October 15, 1955 in Yuscaran, El Paraíso, Honduras, passed away on November 29, 2024 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana at the age of 69.

Rosemary was a Christian woman who had a strong faith in God. She loved gardening, spending time with her family, helping anyone and everyone, and making people laugh. She was reliant, smart, strong,...

Felicia Moneck Wessinger

Felicia Moneck Wessinger

Nov 28, 2024

Felicia Moneck Wessinger was born on December 15th, 1976, to the late Doris Ann Wessinger and Ricky McClain. She was a a native of Baton Rouge, LA and she was educated in the East Baton Rouge school system. Afterwards, Felicia became a caregiver with the Dunbar Sitter Service. 

Felicia transitioned from her Earthly home to her Heavenly home on Thursday, November...

Donnye Nash

Donnye Nash

Nov 28, 2024

A resident of Ventress, LA, Donnye Nash passed away peacefully on Thanksgiving Day, November, 28, 2024. Donnye is survived by one daughter, Vicki Stafford Marshall; stepdaughter, Tamera Nash Pichon; three grandchildren, Erin Marshall Edwards, William Stafford Marshall and Tristan Chauvin; four great-grandchildren, Reese Edwards, Lexi Edwards, Talan Edwards; she is also survived by her brother, Donald "Tony" Smith, Jr.; a...

Pamela Kissinger

Pamela Kissinger

Nov 28, 2024

 

Pamela Marie Kissinger passed away peacefully on 11/28/2024 at Ochsner Westbank Hospital, surrounded by her family. She was known to be the life of the party. She had a big heart and would love anyone like they were a part of her family. She loved to joke and laugh. She made a lasting impression on many people throughout her life....

Bobbie 'Bobbie-Sue' Dedon

Bobbie 'Bobbie-Sue' Dedon

Nov 27, 2024

'Bobbie-Sue' Dedon, born on August 15th, 1941, passed away at her home in Baton Rouge, LA on November 27th, 2024. A lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, Bobbie dedicated her life to caring for the most vulnerable members of our community in various roles in the medical profession. She belonged to the Myrtle-Celeste Eastern Star for over 50 years as a...

Michael Paul "MP" Kocke Sr.

Michael Paul "MP" Kocke Sr.

Nov 25, 2024

Michael Paul (MP) Kocke, Sr., born February 11, 1972, in Donaldsonville, Louisiana passed away peacefully at his home on November 25, 2024. MP was an avid fisherman and enjoyed fishing whenever and wherever he could. He loved spending time with friends and family. He also loved a good party and would often D.J. for fun and love of music. MP...

Russell Williams Sr

Russell Williams Sr

Nov 25, 2024

A ceremony celebrating the life of Mr. Russell “Russ” Williams will be held on Friday December 6, 2024, at Wholly Ground Church Walker, visitation will begin at 8:00 am until time of service at 9:30 am, with Fr. Mat Dunn officiating. Graveside service will be 11:00 am with Military Honors at Louisiana National Cemetery.

Mr. Russell A. Williams, Sr. - passed...

Malaki Matthew Medlock

Malaki Matthew Medlock

Nov 25, 2024

Malaki Matthew Medlock was born November 19, 2024, to Nevaeh and Javonte Medlock of Crossett, AR., But his little life spoke volumes. Malaki spent only a moment in their arms, but he is forever in the heart of Nevaeh and Javonte.

 He is joined in heaven by his great-great grandmother, Cynthia Peterson and great, great, great-grandmother, Lupe Peterson.

 Survivors include his parents,...

Yvonne Monna Austin

Yvonne Monna Austin

Nov 24, 2024

Yvonne Monna Austin, age 90, of Scott, Arkansas passed away on November 24, 2024. She was born in Scott, Mississippi on July 10, 1934 to parents George W. Shumaker and Havannah Cox.

Yvonne is preceded in death by her parents; husband Carl Jimmie Austin; son Mark Austin; grandson Clint Austin; four sisters Juanita Goodwin, Thelma Allen, Arlene Gilbert, Mary Cook; three...

Dana Bruce Gannon

Dana Bruce Gannon

Nov 23, 2024

Dana Gannon Jr., a resident of Prairieville, LA, passed away at the age of 30 on November 23, 2024 at the Baton Rouge General Bluebonnet. He was the life of the party and had a heart full of love. Dana loved the outdoors and spending time at the Belle River camp with all of his friends. He worked for Claymar...

William Henry-Frith 'Will' Flake

William Henry-Frith 'Will' Flake

Nov 23, 2024

William Henry-Frith “Will” Flake, 37, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Ochsner Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana. 

He was born on January 24, 1987, in Opelousas, Louisiana to Anita Milligan and Robert Flake, both originally from Bunkie, Louisiana. Anita currently resides in Baton Rouge and Robert in Denham Springs. Will attended Our Lady of...